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Stoneridge Divests Control Devices Unit in $59M Deal, Sharpens Focus on High-Tech Vehicle Solutions

Stoneridge, Inc. has completed the sale of its Control Devices segment to private equity firm Center Rock Capital Partners for $59 million. The move is part of a strategic pivot to strengthen its balance sheet and concentrate resources on advanced vision, safety, and connectivity technologies for commercial vehicles.

Feb 3, 2026

World

From Cyprus to the Front Lines: How Small EU Nations Are Becoming Drone Powerhouses

The distinctive buzz over Ukrainian trenches increasingly originates not from military superpowers, but from nations like Cyprus, with a population of just over one million. The war has catalyzed a continent-wide surge in indigenous, high-tech defense production, reshaping Europe's strategic landscape.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Truce Shattered: Kyiv, Kharkiv Endure Renewed Russian Strikes Amid Deep Freeze

A brief humanitarian pause brokered by the U.S. collapsed as Russia launched fresh attacks on Ukrainian cities, targeting energy infrastructure during a severe cold snap that has seen temperatures plummet below -20°C.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Seeking Shelter in Dividends: Three UK Stocks Offering Yields Up to 6.3% Amid Market Uncertainty

As the FTSE 100 wobbles on global economic concerns, income-focused investors are turning to dividend payers for stability. We analyze three UK-listed companies offering compelling yields, weighing their income potential against sustainability and market risks.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Bernstein Lifts IBM Price Target to $330 on Strong Q4, But Cautions on 'Full' Valuation Amid AI Sector Risks

Bernstein analysts have raised their price target for IBM following a robust fourth-quarter earnings beat, yet warn the stock's valuation appears stretched as the tech giant navigates AI-driven pressures on its core software and consulting businesses.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Bank of America Sees Nvidia Dips as Entry Points, Reiterates $275 Target Amid AI Spending Surge

Bank of America reaffirms its Buy rating on Nvidia with a $275 price target, advising investors to view share weakness as a buying opportunity. The call comes as Nvidia deepens its AI ecosystem involvement through a major investment in OpenAI.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Nintendo Holds Steady on Profit and Switch 2 Sales Forecasts Amid Market Headwinds

Nintendo reaffirms its full-year operating profit forecast of ¥370 billion and Switch 2 sales target of 19 million units, navigating supply chain challenges and investor scrutiny over the new console's long-term momentum.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Xiaomi's Stock Slump: A Buying Opportunity or a Sign of Deeper Trouble?

Xiaomi's shares have retreated sharply, down nearly 13% over the past month. While long-term investors remain in profit, the recent pullback raises questions about whether the tech giant is now undervalued or if market concerns over smartphone competition and EV investments are justified.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Gilead's Oncology Ambitions Advance as Trodelvy-Keytruda Combo Shows Promise in Aggressive Breast Cancer

Gilead Sciences reports compelling Phase 3 data for its Trodelvy immunotherapy combined with Merck's Keytruda in frontline metastatic triple-negative breast cancer, marking a significant stride in its strategic pivot to expand beyond virology. The company also bolsters its pipeline through a new partnership with Repare Therapeutics.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Chevron Bets Big on Venezuela Amid Record Output and Dividend Hike

Chevron's latest earnings reveal a strategy doubling down on cash-generating upstream growth, highlighted by a dividend increase and a high-stakes push to boost Venezuelan production. As the oil giant integrates its Hess acquisition, investors weigh the balance of geopolitical risk against potential rewards.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Genuine Parts Stock: A Value Play After a 25% Surge, or Running Out of Road?

Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC) shares have delivered impressive 25.8% returns over the past year, outpacing broader market indices. As the stock hovers around $141, investors are divided: is this automotive and industrial parts distributor still a bargain, or has the rally priced in all future gains? A deep dive into valuation metrics reveals a complex picture.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

TSMC Founder Morris Chang Emerges, Spotlighting $165 Billion U.S. Push and Strategic Crossroads

TSMC founder Morris Chang's rare public appearance alongside Nvidia's CEO underscores the chipmaker's pivotal role in global tech policy and its massive U.S. expansion amid shifting tariffs and supply chain dynamics.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Newmark Group Secures Major Deals in PENN District and Multifamily Sector, Spotlight Returns to Valuation

Newmark Group is back in the headlines following two significant mandates: leading the retail transformation at Vornado's PENN District and arranging a $690 million refinancing for a large multifamily portfolio. This comes as the firm's strong long-term shareholder returns contrast with its modest year-to-date stock performance, raising questions about its current market valuation.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

WEX Doubles Down on Core Markets with Integrated Fleet Card and Nuvei Alliance

WEX strengthens its position in fleet and travel payments with a new dual-energy fleet card and a technology partnership with Nuvei, aiming to streamline complex B2B payment flows rather than pivot to new markets.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Entegris Shares Soar: Is the Chip-Materials Giant Still a Buy After a 33% Monthly Surge?

Entegris (ENTG) stock has captivated the market with a blistering 33% rally over the past month, extending a year-to-date gain of over 33%. As shares hover near $119, investors are grappling with a critical question: has the run-up outpaced the company's fundamental value?

Feb 3, 2026

Business

MicroStrategy's High-Stakes Bet: Bitcoin's Slide Tests the Limits of a Leveraged Strategy

As Bitcoin retreated from recent highs, MicroStrategy's massive holdings briefly slipped into unrealized loss territory, casting fresh doubt on the company's aggressive, debt-fueled crypto accumulation strategy and sending its shares tumbling.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Dimon's Davos Clash with Crypto, Trump's $5B Lawsuit Spotlight JPMorgan's Tumultuous Week

JPMorgan Chase faces dual fronts of disruption as CEO Jamie Dimon's public critique of stablecoins at Davos highlights escalating tensions with the crypto sector, while a major lawsuit from former President Donald Trump alleges political bias, placing the banking giant's strategy and resilience under intense scrutiny.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Alliance Resource Partners Posts Strong Q4 Profit Amid Cost Discipline, Affirms Steady Payout

Alliance Resource Partners, L.P. (ARLP) reported a significant rise in fourth-quarter profitability despite lower revenues, driven by stringent cost controls and record royalty volumes. The partnership also issued its 2026 coal sales guidance and maintained its quarterly cash distribution, signaling management's confidence in its contracted base and cash flow stability.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Steady Income in a Volatile Market: Three Midstream Energy Picks for 2026

Amidst energy sector turbulence, midstream giants Enbridge, Enterprise Products, and Energy Transfer offer investors high yields backed by fee-based, infrastructure-heavy business models.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Yen in Turmoil: PM's Campaign Rhetoric Undermines Tokyo's Currency Defense

As Japan and the U.S. coordinate to stabilize the yen, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's impromptu praise for a weak currency has sent officials scrambling to contain the fallout and protect fragile market confidence ahead of a snap election.

Feb 3, 2026